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$1,550,000
25 Days On Site

835 Forest Avenue
Wilmette, IL 60091

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,002
SqFt
$516
/SqFt
1901
Built
County:
Cook
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Welcome to 835 Forest Avenue - East Wilmette Living at Its Best. Perfectly situated in the heart of East Wilmette, this move-in ready 5-bedroom, 2.1-bath home offers the ideal blend of charm, space, and walkable convenience. Just steps to town, Metra trains, top-rated schools, the beach, Plaza del Lago, and more - the location truly can't be beat. The sun-drenched first floor features a gracious "figure-eight" floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. A welcoming entry foyer leads to a formal living room and a formal dining room complete with a wet bar. The updated eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a large, south-facing family room filled with natural light. A powder room and spacious covered deck complete this level, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor connection. Upstairs, the second floor offers a spacious primary suite, three generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space, a hall bath, and the convenience of second-floor laundry. The third floor offers a fifth bedroom with a large common space that is ready to be customized to your needs. The finished lower level includes a recreation room plus three substantial storage areas, providing excellent flexibility and organization. Step outside to enjoy the covered back deck overlooking your deep, 85-foot private lot, along with a newer two-car garage. A rare opportunity to enjoy space, light, and an unbeatable East Wilmette location - all in one beautiful home

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,550,000
Days On Site 
25 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,002 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.2124 Acres
Year Built 
1901
MLS® Number 
12579837
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$20,137
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Other
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
4 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.2124
Direction Faces 
North
Foundation 
Brick/Mortar
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerDetachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Style 
Farmhouse
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherWasherDryerDisposalStainless Steel Appliance(s)Wine RefrigeratorCooktopRange HoodHumidifier
Basement 
Partially FinishedFull
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central Air
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Flooring 
HardwoodCarpet
Heating 
Natural Gas
Interior 
Entrance FoyerWet BarBuilt-in FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Upper LevelLaundry Closet
Window Features 
DrapesBay Window(s)ScreensWindow Treatments
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13X11Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 13X11Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 14X8Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Dimensions - 16X12Level - Third
Bonus Room 
Dimensions - 17X16Level - Third
Deck 
Dimensions - 20X14Level - Main
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 16X15Level - Main
Family Room 
Dimensions - 27X14Level - Main
Foyer 
Dimensions - 12X8Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 17X15Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Updated Kitchen
Laundry 
Dimensions - 6X4Level - Second
Living Room 
Dimensions - 19X16Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 27X12Level - Second
Other Room 
Dimensions - 13X8Level - Basement
Recreation Room 
Dimensions - 27X17Level - Basement
Storage 
Dimensions - 14X10Level - Basement
Utility Room-Lower Level 
Dimensions - 17X17Level - Basement
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Other
Fencing 
Fenced
Lot Features 
Corner Lot
Other Structures 
None
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
DrapesBay Window(s)ScreensWindow Treatments
Community Features
Community Features 
CurbsSidewalksStreet Lights
MLS Area 
Wilmette
School District 
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Township 
New Trier
Schools
School District
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Elementary School
Central Elementary School
Middle School
Highcrest Middle School
High School
New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of @properties Christie's International Real Estate



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